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Bates Dressage NEW Black 16.5" ADJ

Name: Bates Dressage *NEW* Black 16.5" ADJ
Brand: Bates
SKU: SDN-1348
Price: 1799.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Bates

SKU: SDN-1348

£1,799.00

Unit price: per

Condition: 5.0 /5

Serial No: B 24 01 02 69-42

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Take two saddles on trial for 5 days.
Use code SADDLETRIAL at checkout.

Have questions? Call 01995 642 102

Fitting
Seat Size:
16.5"
Fits:
N
NM
M
MW
W
XW
Adjustability: Adjustable Gullet Bar
Wither Profile: Standard
Features
Gussets:
Full Front Gussets
Girthing Options:
Middle
Point
V-Web
Saddle Material: Leather
Panel Type: CAIR / HART
Condition

Condition Score: 5.0 /5
Condition Rating
5.0 = New Saddle with Tags
4.5 = Ex-demo Saddle, has been used for fittings.
4.0 = Excellent Condition, has been used and ridden in.
3.5 = Very Good Condition
3.0 = Good Condition
2.0 = Fair Condition
Beneath the traditional lines and elegant appearance, the Bates Dressage saddle offers high performance, as focused on ensuring your horse’s comfort and a balanced rider position. Featuring an Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar and a narrow waist with greater width behind the rider for increased support of an optimal dressage position.

What our fitters think: “The Bates dressage saddle has evolved over the years and now features an array of unrivalled technical features to help both horse and rider from the EASY-CHANGE adjustable gullet system to the adjustable ergonomic stirrup bar to ensure the rider has the leg in the correct place for them. Another thing we love about this model is the 3 leather options making this saddle available for a variety of budget price points.”

EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution
The EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution is a customisable saddle fitting system designed to grow with your horse. It combines adjustable gullet bars (available in sizes from Medium to XW) with a riser system that allows your saddle fitter to fine-tune the saddle’s fit. This means your saddle can adapt as your horse’s shape changes or even be adjusted for a completely new horse—no permanent changes required!

CAIR® Cushion System
The CAIR® Cushion System replaces traditional flocking with air-filled panels to ensure your horse’s ultimate comfort. These sealed panels work by evenly distributing the rider’s weight across your horse’s back, helping to eliminate pressure points and allowing the panels to move and mould with your horse’s working muscles. This means your horse can enjoy complete freedom of movement, improved blood flow, and support for muscle development.

Please note: The CAIR cushions are completely sealed and do not need inflating.

All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, ensuring total confidence in your ability to custom fit your saddle to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance. It’s EASY!
Free Saddle Consultations

Speak to our team and get a free virtual saddle consultation. We can look at pictures of your horse and ask you for measurements to help give you peace of mind you're trying the best saddle for your budget.
Unlike traditional saddle shops, where customers have to pay the full cost upfront, with our trial you only pay for the most expensive as a security deposit.
*Unfortunately we can only offer our Saddle Trial in the UK due to shipping costs.
Ride Before You Decide
Choose 2 saddles and add to your cart.
Use code "SADDLETRIAL" at checkout.
You will only pay for shipping and the most expensive saddle as security deposit.
We will contact you to answer any questions you may have and then dispatch your saddles.
You get to trial the saddle for 5 days. Make sure you participate in all your riding activities with this saddles and arrange an in-person fitting with your saddle fitter if possible.
At the end of your trial, we will contact you to see how you got on and arrange collection of the saddles.
Once we have received the saddle(s) back and inspected them, we will issue any refunds necessary.
Shipping is calculated for you automatically at checkout.
Europe £35.00 3 -6 working days
USA £110.00 3 - 7 working days
Canada £125.00 4 - 5 working days
Australia £200.00 7 - 10 working days
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Technical Specification

Fitting

Seat Size:

16.5"

Fits:

N
NM
M
MW
W
XW

Adjustability: Adjustable Gullet Bar

Wither Profile: Standard

Features

Gussets:

Full Front Gussets

Girthing Options:

Middle
Point
V-Web

Saddle Material: Leather

Panel Type: CAIR / HART

Condition

Condition Score: 5.0 /5

Condition Rating
5.0 = New Saddle with Tags
4.5 = Ex-demo Saddle, has been used for fittings.
4.0 = Excellent Condition, has been used and ridden in.
3.5 = Very Good Condition
3.0 = Good Condition
2.0 = Fair Condition

Saddle Description

Beneath the traditional lines and elegant appearance, the Bates Dressage saddle offers high performance, as focused on ensuring your horse’s comfort and a balanced rider position. Featuring an Adjustable Ergonomic Stirrup Bar and a narrow waist with greater width behind the rider for increased support of an optimal dressage position.

What our fitters think: “The Bates dressage saddle has evolved over the years and now features an array of unrivalled technical features to help both horse and rider from the EASY-CHANGE adjustable gullet system to the adjustable ergonomic stirrup bar to ensure the rider has the leg in the correct place for them. Another thing we love about this model is the 3 leather options making this saddle available for a variety of budget price points.”

EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution
The EASY-CHANGE® Fit Solution is a customisable saddle fitting system designed to grow with your horse. It combines adjustable gullet bars (available in sizes from Medium to XW) with a riser system that allows your saddle fitter to fine-tune the saddle’s fit. This means your saddle can adapt as your horse’s shape changes or even be adjusted for a completely new horse—no permanent changes required!

CAIR® Cushion System
The CAIR® Cushion System replaces traditional flocking with air-filled panels to ensure your horse’s ultimate comfort. These sealed panels work by evenly distributing the rider’s weight across your horse’s back, helping to eliminate pressure points and allowing the panels to move and mould with your horse’s working muscles. This means your horse can enjoy complete freedom of movement, improved blood flow, and support for muscle development.

Please note: The CAIR cushions are completely sealed and do not need inflating.

All adjustments are measurable, symmetrical and completely reversible, ensuring total confidence in your ability to custom fit your saddle to your horse’s changing shape for optimal comfort and performance. It’s EASY!

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